Hiya, BlackElk. I am aware that the majority of Catholics had no issue with JPII visiting a synagogue or his close relationship withg the chief rabbi of Rome, nor would they have an issue with B-16 carrying on that relationship. There is, however, the ever present vocal minority, who is doing more harm to the RCC than Luther could have ever done with their constant handwringing, ire, and schismatic behavior.
May you and yours receive every blessing.